Monthly Archives: October 2013
Blackface Follies
Among the collection of vintage advertising we’re likely never to see today can be added this 1950 advertisement for Lifesaver’s Pep o Mint. Thinking nothing wrong in using black face to advertise their candy one even half expects the tag
Blackface Follies
Among the collection of vintage advertising we’re likely never to see today can be added this 1950 advertisement for Lifesaver’s Pep o Mint. Thinking nothing wrong in using black face to advertise their candy one even half expects the tag
Candy is Dandy
With Halloween approaching, panicky parents are getting spooked at the prospect of their children overloading on candy . Relax. In mid-century America a Snickers bar would have been greeted with the same encouragement as chowing down a serving of kale.
Candy is Dandy
With Halloween approaching, panicky parents are getting spooked at the prospect of their children overloading on candy . Relax. In mid-century America a Snickers bar would have been greeted with the same encouragement as chowing down a serving of kale.
What Was The Right Brewing Before The Tea Party?
, George Washington Small’s biggest bugaboo was big government. It was, he felt, the duty of every American to build down Washington’s bloated bureaucratic government. Alarmed that the expansion of the government to regulate almost every aspect of American
What Was The Right Brewing Before The Tea Party?
, George Washington Small’s biggest bugaboo was big government. It was, he felt, the duty of every American to build down Washington’s bloated bureaucratic government. Alarmed that the expansion of the government to regulate almost every aspect of American
Royal Christening
Princess Diana’s presence will be felt at the Royal Christening of Prince George. Prince William will honor his mother at Prince George’s baptism by holding his sons christening in the Chapel Room of St James Place, the same room where
Royal Christening
Princess Diana’s presence will be felt at the Royal Christening of Prince George. Prince William will honor his mother at Prince George’s baptism by holding his sons christening in the Chapel Room of St James Place, the same room where
Sex Advice Before Masters and Johnson
Before Masters and Johnson’s ground breaking research liberated sex from the closet, frank discussions about sexual behavior was done behind closed doors. Talking about what went on in the marital bedroom (that being the only circumstance where sex was sanctioned
Sex Advice Before Masters and Johnson
Before Masters and Johnson’s ground breaking research liberated sex from the closet, frank discussions about sexual behavior was done behind closed doors. Talking about what went on in the marital bedroom (that being the only circumstance where sex was sanctioned
Hooked on Oreos
Assassin of Youth….Drugs or Oreos? A warning to parents: Keep the cookies away from the kids. Are we turning the youth of America into hard-core addicts? A new study from researchers at Connecticut College says Oreo cookies are as addictive
Hooked on Oreos
Assassin of Youth….Drugs or Oreos? A warning to parents: Keep the cookies away from the kids. Are we turning the youth of America into hard-core addicts? A new study from researchers at Connecticut College says Oreo cookies are as addictive
The Glum GOP
A teachable moment. Dazed and confused and disappointed, the defeated Republicans best learn to adjust and get their act together. You Might Also Enjoy Health Care Hysteria
The Glum GOP
A teachable moment. Dazed and confused and disappointed, the defeated Republicans best learn to adjust and get their act together. You Might Also Enjoy Health Care Hysteria
Celebrating Columbus Day
Eureka! The mythology that Christopher Columbus “discovered” America and the “Indians” that we all learned in school, is as antiquated as this vintage children’s book illustration from the 1950’s. Looking for a new way to celebrate Columbus Day? Follow this
Celebrating Columbus Day
Eureka! The mythology that Christopher Columbus “discovered” America and the “Indians” that we all learned in school, is as antiquated as this vintage children’s book illustration from the 1950’s. Looking for a new way to celebrate Columbus Day? Follow this
Who’s Driving This Country?
Step on the Gas Nervous Dot the Democrat is sure glad that Bette’s husband Dick drives a Chevrolet. Men can be real speed demons on the road but with Republican Dick every ride is big and steady! Dot and Bette
Who’s Driving This Country?
Step on the Gas Nervous Dot the Democrat is sure glad that Bette’s husband Dick drives a Chevrolet. Men can be real speed demons on the road but with Republican Dick every ride is big and steady! Dot and Bette
Exercising Their Rights
While many Americans are outraged that members of Congress continue to pump iron in their members-only gym while the government is shutdown, it is in fact “essential “ for it to stay open so that the wimpy 98 lb. weaklings
Exercising Their Rights
While many Americans are outraged that members of Congress continue to pump iron in their members-only gym while the government is shutdown, it is in fact “essential “ for it to stay open so that the wimpy 98 lb. weaklings
Envisioning The American Dream 